verb
- treating someone or something badly, cruelly, or unfairly
Usage: present participle of mistreat
Examples
- The organization was accused of mistreating its workers.
- She reported her neighbor for mistreating his dog.
- The coach was fired for mistreating the players.
- Mistreating elderly patients is a serious crime.
- He felt guilty about mistreating his younger brother.
- The company faced lawsuits for mistreating employees.